2020 Nissan Frontier: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Nissan Frontier: 2 recalls, 23 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V457000 · 2022 · 180,176 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 frontier and titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl May not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Why it matters: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V671000 · 2022 · 197,230 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 titan, 2020-2022 frontier, and 2023 z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl May not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Why it matters: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: â model year 2020-2022 frontier vehicles: reprogram transmission control module (tcm) â model year 2020-2022 titan vehicles: reprogram tcm and…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (12): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (4), warning light on (3).
- Engine (5): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Brakes (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2020 Nissan Frontier has 23 owner complaints, ranking #25 of 29 Frontier model years for complaints (well below the 116 average). Complaints peaked in 2022 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 28,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (28 complaints, 1 recalls), 2021 (19 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Nissan Frontier. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Nissan Frontier problems?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (12), engine (5), electrical (3).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Nissan Frontier get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.8 L, Automatic (S9)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Nissan Frontier repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.